CAREER EXPLORATION IN STEM WITH FOCUS ON EDUCATION & ROBOTICS

On this program, you will catch the breeze on the sandy coast of Ghana in West Africa and embark on a journey you will never forget. Immediately, you will hear local music, smell new fruits, and immerse yourself in a small farming and fishing village. Join your peers, local leaders and community members as you volunteer within one of the continent’s most passionate and open communities.

Ghanaians are known for their joy, vibrant culture and hospitality, reflected in the bright colors woven into their clothing, art and decor, creating a welcoming atmosphere at your Home Base. Your presence will bring energy to the school as you collaborate on Robotics Education classes, projects and competitions.

Students can expect to take a weekend excursion to Ho and HoHoe where they will visit the highest waterfalls in all of West Africa and participate in a kente weaving workshop led by a local organization.

Immerse yourself in batik cloth dyeing, drumming workshops, and a crash course in the native language. You’ll be invited to take part in a traditional Ghanaian naming ceremony, where you’ll learn about the cultural significance of names and their deep connection to identity and heritage. You’ll also have an exceptional opportunity to visit a seamstress for custom-made, traditional Ghanaian clothing made from fabrics you select. Hear from local experts on traditional gender roles and education in Ghana. Students will explore the nation’s history as a hub of the global slave trade with a visit to the haunting and unforgettable Cape Cape Castle, sparking thoughts and conversations about global history.

The GLA Home Base for this program is located in a rural setting just outside Accra, the capital city of Ghana, in the Volta Region. Situated in Anloga — a coastal town known for its traditional fishing villages — our Home Base offers a unique cultural experience. Accommodations are basic yet clean and safe, providing a comfortable environment. Students will sleep in gender-segregated rooms with roommates and have access to shared bathrooms equipped with cold-water showers.

High school students who participate in this GLA travel internship in Ghana will develop essential leadership and career skills while working on initiatives centered around the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development worldwide.

This is an experiential career development internship with sociological underpinnings into a specific theme and concentration in a field of interest. Interns will gain experience working in-person with a social enterprise or nonprofit host organization from around the world.

Throughout your session you will complete 60 total internship hours:

• Observation Hours: 36
• Professional Development Hours: 12
• Self-Study Hours: 12

The outcomes of this internship are related to five main learning objectives:

1. Gain insights into your personal goals and professional growth areas, along with a deeper understanding of Ghana, particularly in the role of education and the future of Robotics on the continent.
2. Expand your knowledge of recent trends, terminology and case studies in the field of Robotics Education.
3. Learn to recognize and express diverse perspectives within broader social and educational contexts.
4. Develop critical analysis skills by evaluating quantitative and qualitative data to form well-informed opinions on educational and technological issues.
5. Observe and thoughtfully assess real places and situations where impacts and results can be interpreted and applied within context.

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The 2030 United Nations Agenda for Sustainable Development serves as the framework for discussions and the self-study coursework for our student interns here in Ghana. During this travel internship you will focus on three SDGs, including:

• SDG 04: Quality Education
• SDG 09: Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure
• SDG 01: No poverty 

Explore topics related to building the case for Robotics Education in schools for youth empowerment and quality education.

Complete a core curriculum with your peers and through the guidance of your internship supervisor. Build your personal competitive edge, as part of a cohort of student interns working in partnership with our global nonprofit partner in Peru. Create a portfolio from completed project work to enhance your college application or future career resume.

By completing this travel internship you will earn:

• A professional letter of recommendation
• A certificate of completion
• Community service hours
• Relevant experience for college applications and essays

Global Leadership Adventures can also provide any supporting documentation and serve as an organization of record, should you want to earn college credits for your internship.

Global Leadership Adventures is extremely proud to partner with Portland State University, based in Portland, Oregon, to offer college credit for our student interns who successfully complete all requirements for the internship.

Student interns are welcome to enroll in the internship for Portland State University credit. This internship course curriculum is fully accredited for U.S. undergraduate credit through PSU. Credits are transferable to other colleges and universities, though please note that it is the responsibility of each intern to confirm with their university of intent that these quarter credits will be accepted at the institution.

Getting college credit during high school has so many benefits. It can help with earning scholarships for college and even improve your chance of admission into your university of choice.

The additional fee to earn up to four quarter credits from Portland State University is $750.00. Though recommended, you are not required to purchase the college credit add-on as it is 100% optional. Click here to learn more.

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